CanoeSport Outfitters-Iowa

08/13/2026

Ethan made his way down from Ames to pick up his new Eddyline Sitka 140. He enjoyed his free class with the boat purchase over the weekend and he’s ready to paddle! Thanks and happy paddling Ethan! CanoeSport Outfitters

08/11/2026

New blog about how to make your canoe turn on a dime!

There is a moment in canoeing when everything clicks — the canoe tips to the rail, the hull releases from the water's grip, and pivots with effortless ease. That moment is the result of heeling, one of the most transformative techniques available to a canoe paddler. Once you understand what the hu...

08/09/2026

3 kayaking classes, 1 canoe class, and 1 sunset tour and this weekend's a wrap!!

08/06/2026

Paddling News - https://mailchi.mp/canoesportoutfitters.com/late-summer-news-8360400 There are still plenty of paddling classes and tours left in the 33 remaining days of 'summer!'

08/05/2026

Surprise! We're open today! The rain cancelled our river trip so we're back in the store for all your paddling needs!

08/04/2026

Don't forget tonight is Demo and Skill Night at Lake Ahquabi Boat Rental and Concession 6pm-8pm! Come hang out, talk boats, and bring some food to share!

08/03/2026

We've got a big weekend of paddling lined up!
Spots are still available:
* Saturday: Bare Necessities 9-11am
* Saturday: Canoeing Fundamentals I 12-4pm
* Saturday: Sunset Tour 7:30-9pm
* Sunday: Kayaking Fundamentals I 9-1pm
https://www.canoesportoutfitters.com/kayak-instruction

07/31/2026

We are over booked and understaffed this week! Our retail store will be closed but both rental locations will be open and operating as usual. Staff will be at both rental locations if you want to discuss boats, give one a try, or talk about paddling!

07/30/2026

The ferry maneuver is one of the most important skills any paddler can develop on moving water — and one of the least understood. Our latest article breaks down both the front ferry and back ferry in detail, covering the physics, the step-by-step technique for canoes and kayaks, and the most common mistakes that send paddlers downstream when they didn't plan to go there. Whether you're brand new to rivers or looking to sharpen your technique, this one's worth a read.